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Italian norms for the Stanford Hypnotic Susceptibility Scale, Form C
V De Pascalis1, A Bellusci, P M Russo
1Department of Psychology, University of Rome La Sapienza, Italy. v.depascalis@caspur.it
Summary
This study established norms for the Italian version of the Stanford Hypnotic Susceptibility Scale, Form C (SHSS:C). Findings confirm the SHSS:C is a reliable and valid measure for assessing hypnotic susceptibility in Italian populations.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Neuroscience
Background:
- The Stanford Hypnotic Susceptibility Scale, Form C (SHSS:C) is a widely used tool for measuring hypnotic susceptibility.
- Establishing culturally adapted versions of psychological assessments is crucial for accurate cross-cultural research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate an Italian translation of the Stanford Hypnotic Susceptibility Scale, Form C (SHSS:C).
- To provide normative data for the Italian version of the SHSS:C.
Main Methods:
- Archival data from 356 hypnosis research participants (263 female, 93 male) were analyzed.
- Statistical analyses included score distribution, item difficulty, and reliability computations.
- A subsample also completed the Harvard Group Scale of Hypnotic Susceptibility for comparative analysis.
Main Results:
- Normative data for the Italian SHSS:C were established.
- Item difficulty levels and score distributions were analyzed.
- Reliability and validity of the Italian SHSS:C were assessed.
Conclusions:
- The Italian translation of the SHSS:C demonstrates good reliability and validity.
- The findings support the use of the Italian SHSS:C for assessing hypnotic susceptibility in Italian-speaking individuals.